COMPSCI 161
Computer Security
Introduction to computer security. Cryptography, including encryption, authentication, hash functions, cryptographic protocols, and applications. Operating system security, access control. Network security, firewalls, viruses, and worms. Software security, defensive programming, and language-based security. Case studies from real-world systems.
Prerequisites & course information
{'preRequisiteCourse': '1044281', 'concurrentPrerequisit': False}; {'preRequisiteCourse': '1044331', 'concurrentPrerequisit': False}; {'preRequisiteCourse': '1044261', 'concurrentPrerequisit': False}
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027